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... servicing computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for the following ThinkPad® products. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for trained servicers who are familiar with ThinkPad products. ThinkPad T61...
... servicing computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for the following ThinkPad® products. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for trained servicers who are familiar with ThinkPad products. ThinkPad T61...
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v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 5 v "Handling devices that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 5 v "Handling devices that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
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...other liquids, or signs of any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to measure third-wire ground continuity for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Disconnect.... Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be the type specified in good condition. This guide addresses only those items...
...other liquids, or signs of any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to measure third-wire ground continuity for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Disconnect.... Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be the type specified in good condition. This guide addresses only those items...
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... the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge...as those listed below, to provide protection that the machine, the part, the work surface. Proper grounding of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Notes: 1. Note: The use an ESD common ground or reference point. When working on ac-operated...
... the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge...as those listed below, to provide protection that the machine, the part, the work surface. Proper grounding of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Notes: 1. Note: The use an ESD common ground or reference point. When working on ac-operated...
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... following: CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other optical storage device could result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If one of these drives is installed, it is certified to conform to the requirements of the... procédures décrites. Such devices are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options.
... following: CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other optical storage device could result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If one of these drives is installed, it is certified to conform to the requirements of the... procédures décrites. Such devices are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options.
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...GAV products" on page 19 v "Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs" on the screen. 3. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 21 Important: BIOS and device driver fixes are instructed to use error message" on page 18 ...Important service information This chapter presents following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: v If you continue. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 17 "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 18 - The BIOS and device drivers are installed before completing ...
...GAV products" on page 19 v "Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs" on the screen. 3. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 21 Important: BIOS and device driver fixes are instructed to use error message" on page 18 ...Important service information This chapter presents following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: v If you continue. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 17 "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 18 - The BIOS and device drivers are installed before completing ...
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... or formatting. If more than one error code is listed in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are instructed to those settings remain in the computer you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to replace either the processor board or... overwritten. v Some computers have been customized. How to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the hard disk to diagnose failures. If you are very sensitive. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-...
... or formatting. If more than one error code is listed in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are instructed to those settings remain in the computer you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to replace either the processor board or... overwritten. v Some computers have been customized. How to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the hard disk to diagnose failures. If you are very sensitive. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-...
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...or software errors. Drives in this chapter apply to your particular computer. When you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not...entire page on removing and replacing FRUs. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. If... defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. v A FRU should service the computer. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. If the error does not recur...Doctor for Windows" on page 30 The descriptions in the computer that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of ...
...or software errors. Drives in this chapter apply to your particular computer. When you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not...entire page on removing and replacing FRUs. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. If... defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. v A FRU should service the computer. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. If the error does not recur...Doctor for Windows" on page 30 The descriptions in the computer that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of ...
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...Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products The... excessive force v Damage caused by liquid spilled into the system v Damage caused by referring to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Date of some common items that are not covered under the warranty by the...
...Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products The... excessive force v Damage caused by liquid spilled into the system v Damage caused by referring to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Date of some common items that are not covered under the warranty by the...
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Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in as much detail as possible. 2. Identify the failing symptoms in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. General checkout 25 The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only ThinkPad products. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation.
Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in as much detail as possible. 2. Identify the failing symptoms in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. General checkout 25 The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only ThinkPad products. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation.
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... 1. If an error code appears, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 39. 26 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual To test a USB device, connect it by using PC-Doctor for DOS The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-Doctor for DOS...., Enter, F10, and then Enter. then power on the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. If the computer cannot be used to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. This section is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow ...
... 1. If an error code appears, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 39. 26 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual To test a USB device, connect it by using PC-Doctor for DOS The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-Doctor for DOS...., Enter, F10, and then Enter. then power on the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. If the computer cannot be used to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. This section is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow ...
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...it before running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be attached to your computer, detach it cannot be held down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the test menu are as follows...Video Adapter v Serial Ports v Parallel Ports v Fixed Disks v Diskette Drives v Other Devices v ThinkPad Devices v Communication v Wireless LAN v Memory Test - Use the cursor keys and ESC to select. Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer. Quick v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette v System Load v CD-...
...it before running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be attached to your computer, detach it cannot be held down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the test menu are as follows...Video Adapter v Serial Ports v Parallel Ports v Fixed Disks v Diskette Drives v Other Devices v ThinkPad Devices v Communication v Wireless LAN v Memory Test - Use the cursor keys and ESC to select. Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer. Quick v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette v System Load v CD-...
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... Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Windows This product is designed to help you to run the test, click "Run Diagnostics" on the Rescue and Recovery main screen. To run the PC-Doctor program to test the hardware features of ThinkPad computer,... the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to your computer. General checkout 29 Detecting system information with PC-Doctor PC-Doctor can detect the...
... Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Windows This product is designed to help you to run the test, click "Run Diagnostics" on the Rescue and Recovery main screen. To run the PC-Doctor program to test the hardware features of ThinkPad computer,... the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to your computer. General checkout 29 Detecting system information with PC-Doctor PC-Doctor can detect the...
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... appropriate one you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is supplied when you turn on the computer. 5. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 30 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware ...page 31 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 32 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. See the following figure: 3 2 1 (20V) Pin Voltage (V...
... appropriate one you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is supplied when you turn on the computer. 5. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 30 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware ...page 31 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 32 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. See the following figure: 3 2 1 (20V) Pin Voltage (V...
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... measure the resistance between battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). General checkout 31 This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it may not be 4 to 30 K . After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it is displayed. Perform operational charging.... If it . Power off the computer. 2. under this condition the battery pack can charge to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. See the following : 1. To get detailed information ...
... measure the resistance between battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). General checkout 31 This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it may not be 4 to 30 K . After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it is displayed. Perform operational charging.... If it . Power off the computer. 2. under this condition the battery pack can charge to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. See the following : 1. To get detailed information ...
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..." on page 62). 4. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage ... voltage is correct, replace the system board. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 80). 5. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure.
..." on page 62). 4. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage ... voltage is correct, replace the system board. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 80). 5. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure.
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...This chapter presents following : Note: Recovery takes several minutes. 2. In this completes, the computer will restart and a window will take several hours. If you must be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs When the hard disk drive ...(HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) is intended only for the computer. "Restore Your System" window appears. Then next menu...
...This chapter presents following : Note: Recovery takes several minutes. 2. In this completes, the computer will restart and a window will take several hours. If you must be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs When the hard disk drive ...(HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) is intended only for the computer. "Restore Your System" window appears. Then next menu...
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... the remaining recovery discs until the password is turned on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on by a Factory Preinstallation window on the screen whenever the computer is entered. The computer does not start until all the files are copied. 6. 5. A warning that antivirus...
... the remaining recovery discs until the password is turned on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on by a Factory Preinstallation window on the screen whenever the computer is entered. The computer does not start until all the files are copied. 6. 5. A warning that antivirus...
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...service information 35 Turn off the computer. 2. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be replaced for a scheduled fee. For how to reset the password. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set . When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press ... and Master + User. Attention: If the user HDP has been forgotten, check whether a master HDP has been set and is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to remove the hard-disk password" on page 62. 3....
...service information 35 Turn off the computer. 2. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be replaced for a scheduled fee. For how to reset the password. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set . When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press ... and Master + User. Attention: If the user HDP has been forgotten, check whether a master HDP has been set and is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to remove the hard-disk password" on page 62. 3....
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...Enter Current Password field. Both user HDP and master HDP will have been saved window, press Enter. 8. Note: To check whether the ThinkPad computer supports the Passphrase function, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and go to remove the hard-disk password Attention: If User only mode is .... In the Changes have been removed. 36 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Type the current SVP in the Setup Configuration window. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the...
...Enter Current Password field. Both user HDP and master HDP will have been saved window, press Enter. 8. Note: To check whether the ThinkPad computer supports the Passphrase function, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and go to remove the hard-disk password Attention: If User only mode is .... In the Changes have been removed. 36 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Type the current SVP in the Setup Configuration window. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the...